Round 6 (Regular Season): Teuta is defeated by Beselidhja in a derby game

Here is the last round review presented by Job Market.

The most interesting game of round 6 was a derby match between two teams from Albania. The game took place in Durres where top-ranked Beselidhja won against host Teuta (0-4) 87-80. They outrebounded Teuta 45-26 including 31 on the defensive glass. Beselidhja looked well-organized offensively handing out 22 assists. 28 personal fouls committed by Teuta helped opponents get some easy free throw opportunities. Greek-Albanian forward Frenki Lilaj (203-1998, college: Young Harris) had a double-double by scoring 14 points and 13 rebounds to lead the charge for the winners and American forward Trey Edmonds III (208-2003, college: Minnesota, agency: Elevate Sports Alliance) chipped in 15 points and 10 rebounds during the contest. The best for the losing side was Elian Memcaj (192-2002, agency: Highlight Athletes) with 24 points. Teuta's coach rotated ten players in this game, but that didn't help. Beselidhja have a solid four-game winning streak. Defending Albanian champion maintains first position with 4-0 record. Teuta at the other side still closes the standings with four games lost.
One of the most interesting games of round 6 was a derby match between two teams from Albania. The game took place in Fier where first ranked Apolonia outleveled visiting Vllaznia (2-2) 89-62. It ended at the same time the two-game winning streak of Vllaznia. It was a key game for the top position in the league. Americans were the main players on the court. Forward Jaylen Bates (201-2001, college: YSU) notched a double-double by scoring 20 points and 10 rebounds (on 10-of-12 shooting from the field) to lead the effort and DJ Campbell supported him with 23 points. Even 22 points and 6 rebounds by guard Jayden Hibbitt (198, college: Ottawa, KS) did not help to save the game for Vllaznia. Apolonia maintains first position with 3-1 record. Vllaznia at the other side keeps the second place with two games lost.




Teuta - Beselidhja 80-87

The most interesting game of round 6 was a derby match between two teams from Albania. The game took place in Durres where top-ranked Beselidhja won against host Teuta (0-4) 87-80. They outrebounded Teuta 45-26 including 31 on the defensive glass. Beselidhja looked well-organized offensively handing out 22 assists. 28 personal fouls committed by Teuta helped opponents get some easy free throw opportunities. Greek-Albanian forward Frenki Lilaj (203-1998, college: Young Harris) had a double-double by scoring 14 points and 13 rebounds to lead the charge for the winners and American forward Trey Edmonds III (208-2003, college: Minnesota, agency: Elevate Sports Alliance) chipped in 15 points and 10 rebounds during the contest. The best for the losing side was Elian Memcaj (192-2002, agency: Highlight Athletes) with 24 points and American guard Donte Powers (188, college: SHSU) scored 17 points, 5 rebounds, 5 assists and 4 steals. Teuta's coach rotated ten players in this game, but that didn't help. Beselidhja have a solid four-game winning streak. Defending Albanian champion maintains first position with 4-0 record. Teuta at the other side still closes the standings with four games lost.
Top scorers:
Beselidhja: D.Dalon 17+1reb+1ast, E.Trey 15+10reb+1ast, F.Lilaj 14+13reb+2ast, M.Stokes 11+2reb+3ast, H.Eldi 7+5reb+5ast, L.Alimani 7+2reb
Teuta: E.Memcaj 24+3reb+1ast, D.Powers 17+5reb+5ast, J.Abbey-Wright 14+5reb+2ast, G.Kristi 5+1reb+4ast, D.Hughes 4+1ast, K.Elios 4+1reb

Apolonia - Vllaznia 89-62

One of the most interesting games of round 6 was a derby match between two teams from Albania. The game took place in Fier where first ranked Apolonia outleveled visiting Vllaznia (2-2) 89-62. It ended at the same time the two-game winning streak of Vllaznia. It was a key game for the top position in the league. They outrebounded Vllaznia 41-19 including a 30-14 advantage in defensive rebounds. Americans were the main players on the court. Forward Jaylen Bates (201-2001, college: YSU) notched a double-double by scoring 20 points and 10 rebounds (on 10-of-12 shooting from the field) to lead the effort and forward DJ Campbell (190-2000, college: Stockton, agency: BIG) supported him with 23 points. Bates is a former Eurobasket Summer League player, which is considered top international summer league in the market. Four Apolonia players scored in double figures. Even 22 points and 6 rebounds by guard Jayden Hibbitt (198, college: Ottawa, KS) did not help to save the game for Vllaznia. Guard Bradley George (190-1996, college: Northeastern St.) added 15 points. Apolonia maintains first position with 3-1 record. Vllaznia at the other side keeps the second place with two games lost.
Top scorers:
Apolonia: C.DJ 23+4reb+1ast, J.Bates 20+10reb+3ast, A.Quincy 19+4reb+1ast, H.Austin 12+13reb+1ast, J.Isaiah 6+6reb+9ast, X.Tegu 6+1reb
Vllaznia: H.Jayden 22+6reb+1ast, G.Bradley 15+4reb+3ast, S.Robert 11+1reb+3ast, B.Julian 9+4reb+1ast, A.Parker 5+4reb, T.Bujar 0